This Forward is Not Serious

The opening ceremony ended, and the starters of the two teams appeared one after another.

Hibbert and Wendell's jump ball at midfield.

The cheers at the scene have already started.

Even though the cheers hadn't reached the highest point, it had already made people's eardrums tingle.

The University of Texas players all frowned in unison.

This really makes them feel a little uncomfortable!

"beep!"

Just then the referee blew his whistle and the ball was thrown straight into the air.

Hibbert flicked the ball back to Georgetown's half court.

Compared with Texas University, because Georgetown University plays games of this scale several times a year, they obviously have to adapt a lot.

Wallace took control of the ball and pushed steadily into half court.

Seeing that the University of Texas was man-to-man at the beginning of the game, he stretched out his hand and made a tactical gesture.

Under his command, Georgetown University began tactical moves.

Hibbert drops down low, then two guys on the strong side and two guys on the weak side.

This is the most common 2-1-2 in the Princeton system.

This position is very similar to the triangle offense, or it should be said that most low post offenses are played this way.

With Hibbert backed to Wendell, Wallace lobs the ball in.

After Hibbert got the ball, he didn't rush to attack. He glanced at Lin Ying's position behind him, and then started back hitting.

At this time, the existence of Summers is very important.

Because he has the same shooting range as Lin Ying, Lin Ying dare not let him go to help defend the basket.

As a result, Hibbert turned around slowly after leaning on Wendell to score.

It is impossible to dunk. Hibbert's explosive power is such that he dunks in place. You think he is the real Yao Ming.

But it was this kind of laying, facing the absolute height and strength gap, Wendell had no power to parry at all.

Barnes shook his head when he saw it.

Although it was only the first round, the disadvantages of the University of Texas insiders were fully exposed.

Fortunately, the University of Texas's offense felt good in the first place. Durant faced Samos with a low back, turned and hit back.

The ball was played with ease.

Georgetown University did not arrange matchup defense, but let Summers, who played power forward, dislocate Durant.

This is not surprising, Durant's height is still suppressed even if he plays the third position.

Like when Kansas and the University of Texas played, most of the time to defend Durant were Arthur and Wright who played power forwards.

And Georgetown University's small forward is Jeff Green, and the team has to rely on his offensive firepower.

Speaking of Samos, he is very similar to Lin Ying in terms of technical characteristics, but in terms of talent, especially his wingspan, he is a notch behind Lin Ying.

Not to mention how terrifying Durant's own wingspan is, he usually plays offensive and defensive battles with Lin Ying in the training hall.

So he is used to Lin Ying's long-span defense, and Samos' level is naturally no problem.

And Hibbert is slow and can't help defend.

So after Durant finished playing the ball, Barnes smiled again.

I have an inside disadvantage, but you can't guard Durant in the low position!

Even if it's like this, you hit me one after another, the University of Texas will not lose.

Wallace continued to hold the ball to the frontcourt, and Hibbert then dropped to the low post.

And this time he was reaching out for the ball without completely asking for a position.

The ball in front was just a small test of skill, and he will use his strength next!

But at this time, Wendell adjusted his defensive strategy, withdrew the bench behind him and walked forward!

Although his ability is not particularly outstanding, as a veteran player who has played in the NCAA for three years, he still has a lot of experience.

It's just that his trick didn't work.

Because at this moment, Wallace, who is also a junior, is in control of the ball.

Hibbert lost his center of gravity when he was suddenly removed from the bench, but fortunately Wallace did not choose to pass the ball, but turned his head and gave the ball to Green on the wing.

After Green got the ball and faced James, he grabbed the ball with one hand like McGrady, and then suddenly accelerated and broke through in the next second.

James, didn't follow.

Green is known for his versatility in the NCAA.

Generally speaking, this kind of player can easily become omnipotent in the NBA, and then disappear from everyone.

But Green is still playing well in the NBA.

If it weren't for the devastating aortic aneurysm, he probably would have been an All-Star caliber player.

So you should be able to understand that his omnipotence is really omnipotent in the NCAA!

After Green's breakthrough, the second acceleration did not give James a chance to chase.

After Wendell saw it, he could only assist in the defense.

After seeing it, Green threw the ball into the air without saying a word.

Hibbert had already adjusted his center of gravity at this time, and when he saw the ball coming, he jumped a little with his left hand and hit the basket with his left hand.

"Boom!"

There was a loud muffled sound.

Because of his height, this kind of alley-oop does not require him to have much explosive power, but the effect of the alley-oop is very shocking!

And the key is strength.

Although Hibbert was slow, he was big and strong, and this hit really exploded.

This empty catch also ignited Hibbert's emotions, and he turned his head and gave Wendell a hard look.

The stadium was instantly filled with cheers from Georgetown University fans.

If the offense in the first two rounds of the game can be described as smooth, then this dunk suddenly had a huge ups and downs, reaching the highest point all at once.

The emotions of Georgetown University fans were ignited early!

"Defend! Defend!"

Only two rounds into the game, deafening shouts began to resound from the stadium.

The sound wave continued to explode in my ears like a sonic boom, and the University of Texas team members were a little stunned.

Amidst the shouts, Georgetown University's defensive enthusiasm is also very high.

Augustin and James didn't have a chance in the weak-side triangle. The intention of turning around and passing the ball to Lin Ying was too obvious, which was predicted by Green.

A saved steal, after grabbing the ball, Green let go of his feet and ran forward.

Under the gaze of more than 60,000 spectators, Green glanced back and no one was catching up, and then took a step into the air from the free throw line.

"Boom!"

A one-arm gliding snap with a flat frame!

This time, the emotions of Georgetown University fans were completely ignited.

A large number of fans stood up from their seats and waved their fists vigorously.

This is their familiar rhythm.

In the past season, Hibbert and Green led them all the way.

Tonight, Durant and his University of Texas will also be another stepping stone on their way to the championship!

Georgia Dome, the shouts are still there.

Lin Ying got the ball ahead of time this time, and then fed the ball to Durant steadily.

Durant continued to play Samos in the low post.

Summers also learned a lot from a fall, and this time he went to the outside defense in advance.

Durant's reaction was also quick, almost turning around and hitting the basket.

This shot also showed Durant's most buggy talent.

His height, wingspan, and shooting are actually not the scariest thing about him. The scariest thing about him is his coordination.

Never before has a player of his stature been so mobile.

but!

Unfortunately, it was Hibbert standing under the basket.

Durant was directly pressed down by Hibbert before he shot!

Compared with offense, Hibbert's ability to get a maximum salary contract in the NBA depends on his defense.

Because of his existence, the NBA even once considered rectifying the rules of vertical cylinders.

His defensive ability in the penalty area is really a bit too abnormal.

Even though Durant made a dodge move, he was ruthlessly blocked in the end.

And the ball ended up falling out of bounds on Durant.

Ball rights to Georgetown University!

After seeing the penalty for the ball, Hibbert roared directly this time.

That's it!

That's what it feels like!

The feeling of ruling the restricted area!

The live camera cut to the University of Texas bench at this time and gave it to Barnes.

Barnes looked serious.

Originally, he thought it was good for the two teams to come and go.

Unexpectedly, Hibbert's sudden outburst completely turned the situation to Georgetown University.

After hesitating for a while, he got up and walked to the sidelines, shouting at the players for a while.

The University of Texas has adjusted its defensive formation.

Barnes mentioned how to defend Princeton when mobilizing in Austin before.

Now he is putting it into action.

Texas switched from man-to-man to a 2-3 zone defense.

The focus of this zone defense is to protect the basket, or more specifically, to limit Hibbert's power at the basket.

Some people may ask why Barnes knew this tactic was useful but didn't use it at the beginning.

One is that he has never played against each other before, and he did not expect Hibbert to be so destructive inside;

The second is that zone defense has advantages and disadvantages. Putting up zone defense means betting on the opponent's outside touch.

Wallace does have experience, reaching out to make new tactical gestures after seeing Texas switch to zone defense.

Hibbert still falls to the basket to attract the defense, but the ball is not being fed.

It was Summers who mentioned the high pick-and-roll at this time.

After the ball drove the University of Texas' defensive formation, Wallace scored a pick-and-roll breakout to Green on the opposite side.

As mentioned earlier, Green is all-round, and of course he also has a three-point range.

Because it is impossible for the zone defense to come back at this time, his ball is basically an open space.

He even adjusted his posture before making a move.

Green's three-point shot speed is not fast, but his posture is very standard.

If I had to make an analogy, it was very similar to Lin Ying.

The trajectory of the ball after the release also looks very positive.

Barnes' heart was already more than half cold when he saw Green's shot.

The basis for the zone defense to limit Princeton is that the opponent's outside touch is average.

But it's Green's ball.

"Shua!"

There was a crisp sound.

Barnes' heart suddenly went cold.

Fortunately, looking back, Augustine and Lin Ying made a corner attack, and Augustine hit a life-saving three-pointer from the outside!

He took a long breath.

It's okay, it's not cold.

7 to 5.

Although the situation was very passive, this three-pointer kept them from falling too far behind in the score.

It's just that in the next round, Wallace knocked the ball back to Samos on the outside after taking away Ying Lin.

Summers fired directly at Augustine!

This kind of ball is very bold, and even Hibbert at the basket doesn't think he can make it, struggling to squeeze past Wendell's position to seize a better position at the basket.

"Shua!"

But a very piercing voice came through the loudspeaker.

Summers' three-pointer also scored!

Georgetown University, made two consecutive outside three-pointers!

This outside feel is hot and hot! !

10 to 5!

The point difference came to 5 points again.

Well, Barnes has cooled off.

The Georgetown University fans at the scene were completely excited.

A large number of fans stood up, shouting and waving the signs in their hands.

From the beginning to the present, Georgetown University's shots have been flawless!

This performance has not only met their expectations, but far exceeded them.

They believe more and more that the team will reproduce the glory of 1984 and reach the top of the NCAA again!

"Rick?"

Springman called Barnes at this time.

Barnes didn't respond at first, and he didn't turn his head until Springman repeated it.

At this time, Springman didn't need to speak, and Barnes knew what he was going to say.

"not the right time yet."

But Barnes still didn't intend to use that tactic.

It's not that he doesn't trust Springman, but that as the head coach he considers more things.

There is a high probability that Lin Ying will not be able to prevent Hibbert in this state. The most important thing is that there is not enough time for tactical training.

You must know that the strongest part of Princeton's tactics is not Hibbert, but its most well-known "back door".

The meaning of the back door, as the name suggests, is the door behind.

Which is behind? Of course...not the one you think!

It refers to being a ball-handler, usually a ball-handling center facing his teammates, using fast hand-offs and pick-and-rolls to create a direct scoring channel behind him to the basket.

And this back door is not only initiated by the ball holder, your pick-and-roll on the off-ball side, and then let the ball holder pass the ball, it can also trigger the appearance of the back door.

This back door also has a very classic motto: Don't turn your head, or you will open the back door!

What I said is that it happens all the time, and it is also the most straightforward embodiment of Princeton's tactics of "people move, ball move, and coordination".

Especially when the defender's defensive position is unclear, or if the defensive position is wrong, the opponent will immediately open the back door and score.

With a tactic that is obviously not enough training, once there are frequent mistakes in defensive moves, the problem facing the University of Texas at that time is not falling behind in the situation, but... collapse!

However, the immediate predicament is also visible.

Georgetown University has such a good outside touch, if he doesn't make some changes, it is very likely that he will be shot through, and then be knocked down.

He now walked to the end of the bench and motioned for Pittman to get up and play.

Pittman looked in disbelief when Barnes called him.

Because he played very little playing time during the regular season, he didn't expect to get a chance on the stage of "Crazy Three" at this time!

"Keep him out of the paint, don't try to block shots or anything, protect the rebound."

After Pittman stood up excitedly, Barnes did not forget to ask.

Until he played, he still looked at Pittman's huge back and thought for a while.

Although Pittman's weight loss effect is remarkable, he has lost almost 40 pounds this year, which can be called inspirational.

But he is still slow, too slow, "extremely slow" like his name.

This is also the reason why he usually has no playing time in the team, because he was caught and beaten by the opponent when he went up.

But meeting a Hibbert who is also not fast tonight, Pittman may be able to play the role of "surprise soldier".

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